Dr. Michael Gordon, M.D.
Contact & Location
414-276-6000
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Dr. Gordon performs more knee replacement procedures than 34% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #99 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Gordon
Practice. Dr. Michael Gordon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements. That is #99 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 21, up 75%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Milwaukee has 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 21 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gordon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gordon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 75% from 12 procedures in 2021 to 21 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gordon
How does Dr. Gordon's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Gordon has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gordon ranks #133 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gordon perform?
Dr. Gordon's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gordon in Milwaukee?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gordon represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Gordon's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 90 procedures against the 21 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gordon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gordon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2021 to 21 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 27 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gordon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gordon is affiliated with Aurora St Lukes Medical Center, Aurora Medical Center Summit, Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin, Aurora Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gordon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Milwaukee, Dr. Gordon ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Milwaukee has 181 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gordon practices?
Aurora St Lukes Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Aurora Medical Center Summit (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dr. Gordon's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Milwaukee average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Milwaukee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Evanich | 181 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Webber | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Jost | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Navjot Kohli | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Nelsen-Freund | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Knight | 49 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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